Frequently Asked Questions

Pricing depends primarily on size, level of detail, and the subject matter (a beach scene is going to be less complex, and thus less expensive than a jungle scene). A full wall mural that is 8' x 10' in size averages about $2000. Foreground elements usually only cost between $750-$1800.

To find out exactly how much your mural will cost, contact me for a free mural consultation.

Yes, I can design for any budget.  A simple concept can still be beautiful and is sometimes exactly what is right for the space.  You can still get oooohs and aaaahs from a few simple elements painted in a room.  I also offer a discount for non profits and schools.

During your free mural consultation, I often provide a range of mural concepts with varying pricing options so that you can choose a concept that fits within your budget.

Once we have established a theme or basic direction, then I look at the room, the furniture, the plans and I offer ideas.  You provide feedback and let me know if I am on the right track.  Once we have the major concepts worked out, I make a sketch of the best idea(s) and give you a price for the mural based on the concept(s).  At this point I often start a list of the details the client wants to have included in the mural (plant/animal species, colors etc.) Many of the smallest details work their way in spontaneously when I am actually painting. 

Yes, during your free mural consultation, I will look at the space you want your artwork.  I typically ask a client about a favorite place or vacation destination, or about their interests.  If it is for a child’s room, the child is usually a geyser of ideas.  The colors, furniture and overall “theme” in a house all play a role in the concept of a mural so that it “fits” in your space.

It will not be a problem, unless you want a smooth look or a high level of detail.  Then it is best to either do panels or re-plaster the wall to make it smooth.

Benjamin Moore best quality interior or exterior for the base coat, and Golden acrylics for all the pretty stuff.

Yes. A mural can be painted on Sintra, a lightweight yet ultra-durable PVC foam board, and then attached to the wall surface.  An added advantage of wall panels is that if you move, your mural can move with you.

Yes, especially if you live in Hawaii, Spain or Greece :)

This depends on the size of mural and the subject. Painting foreground elements over the existing solid colored background may take a day, and a full wall mural (8x10) would take 3-5 days.  Most people are amazed how quickly the painting goes.

It will save you money if you paint the wall the necessary base color beforehand, but I can also do that for you.  Often I design the concept around the existing wall color and there is no additional charge for wall preparation.